Coaching Staff for the Training Modules
Björn Noreik
Qualifications
– Minitab Certified Trainer with over 20 years of experience.
– Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (since 2018)
– Digitalization Manager (IHK) specializing in data-driven process improvement
– Many years of practical experience as a data analyst and supporter of project teams in industry and research.
:BNB Quality Statistics and Training. Data Excellence for Your Success.
ExperienceI have been working at the intersection of development, statistics, and quality management for over 25 years. Since 2000, as a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, data scientist, and trainer, I have supported client projects in the automotive, electronics, semiconductor, and pharmaceutical industries—often with a strong focus on measurement data, process capability, and robust analyses.
Until 2016, I was a product manager for the statistical software Minitab®, so I have a deep understanding of both the methodological aspects and the challenges of its practical application. Since 2020, I have served on the board of the European Six Sigma Club (ESSC-D) and regularly contribute my experience to working groups, technical presentations, and community events.
Motivation as a Workshop Facilitator
I’m motivated by getting people excited about statistics, quality methods, and data-driven decision-making. This is especially true when the topic initially seems abstract or “too mathematical.” Particularly in Module 1, it’s important to me to show just how much practical application lies behind these seemingly dry concepts and how participants can quickly arrive at reliable conclusions with the right tools.
Contact: BNB Quality Statistics and Training, 61231 Bad Nauheim, Björn Noreik. Email: bjoern.noreik@bnb-qualitaet.de
Bert Leyendecker
Qualifications
– Professor of Production Management, Project Management, and Operations Management (with integrated Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training) at Koblenz University of Applied Sciences.
– Six Sigma Senior Master Black Belt ESSC-D.
– Member of the Executive Board of the European Six Sigma Club Germany.
– Delegate to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)—responsible for the application of statistical and related techniques within the framework of Six Sigma.
– Member of other professional committees, including: Society for Quality Science.
Experience
After completing an apprenticeship in mechanical engineering and earning a degree, Prof. Leyendecker spent ten years in various leadership roles at Johnson & Johnson—particularly in the area of process optimization.
More than 20 years of experience in process optimization, operational excellence, and advising companies on the implementation of related concepts.
Teaches at Koblenz University of Applied Sciences in areas such as production management, operations management, Lean Six Sigma, project management, key performance indicator systems, and shop floor management.
Serves as scientific director of relevant research projects, including those focused on digital technologies for small and medium-sized enterprises (DigiMit²), smart data analytics, and the Koblenz Model Factory.
Motivation as a Workshop Facilitator
With over 20 years of experience in process optimization—including as a manager at Johnson & Johnson—I combine academic expertise with practical relevance. As a DoE expert, I am particularly committed to conveying the effectiveness of statistical methods in a practical way and to helping companies and participants systematically analyze complex relationships and make well-informed decisions.
Contact: Prof . Dr. Bert Leyendecker Email: info@leyendecker-consulting.com
Maik Kschicho
Qualifications
– Prof. Dr. Maik Kschischo, Head of the Artificial Intelligence Research Group, University of Koblenz
,University of Koblenz, Universitätsstraße 1, 56070 Koblenz. The University of Koblenz is divided into four departments: Educational Sciences, Philology and Cultural Studies, Mathematics and Natural Sciences, and Computer Science.
Experience
Maik Kschischo was a professor of biomathematics until 2024. Today, he heads the “Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare” research group at the University of Koblenz, where he develops and implements AI models, particularly in medical contexts – from personalized therapy decisions to disease prognosis. In his daily work, he uses R and Python to efficiently develop data-driven models and communicate them clearly. In addition to his university activities, he brings project experience from collaborations with hospitals, startups, and research consortia.
Motivation as a Workshop Leader
I want to show that statistics and AI aren’t abstract sciences, but powerful tools for solving real-world problems. In my workshops, it’s important to me to create an atmosphere where participants can ask questions out of curiosity, think together, and try things out in practice. It gives me great pleasure when initial skepticism turns into interest—and when data yields real insights. I see myself not just as an instructor, but as a sparring partner on equal footing.
Contact: University of Koblenz, Prof. Dr. Maik Kschicho Email: kschischo@uni-koblenz.de
Daniel Fügner
Qualifications
– Bachelor of Science in Physics
– Minitab Certified Trainer
– Six Sigma Master Black Belt
– Lean Master
Daniel Fügner has been with ADDITIVE GmbH since 2011, where he supports a wide range of clients across various industries with software and training, specializing in the product family from Minitab LLC, one of the leading software manufacturers in the field of quality management.
Experience
As a Minitab trainer, he is well-versed in all areas of quality statistics. He particularly enjoys conducting one-on-one workshops using clients’ own data. He is also available to provide project support or perform commissioned analyses. The range of topics regularly extends to data mining. In some cases, he supplements lectures at various universities.
’s Motivation as a Workshop FacilitatorIn a training session, it’s important to engage the participants and help them understand that the tools and techniques being taught are of great benefit to them, their work, and their entire company—and that they lead to an improvement in quality. The goal is to motivate participants to adopt these techniques and help them feel confident in applying them. For me, the big picture is more important than the smallest detail, which is why group discussion plays such a key role. Ultimately, the knowledge gained forms the foundation for new ideas that participants can implement in their day-to-day work.
Contact: ADDITIVE Software and Hardware for Technology and Science, LLC, Dipl. Phys. Daniel Fügner Email: daniel.fuegner@additive-net.de
Barbara Bredner
Qualifications
– Certified Statistician
– Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
– Reliability Black Belt
Pursue
BB-SBL | Industrial Data Analysis has been supporting companies in industry, research, and development since 2003 in transforming data into well-founded decisions. Whether one-off support or project-accompanying expertise – BB-SBL stands for understandable statistics with added value.
Experience
, a certified statistician with over 20 years of experience in industrial data analysis. Since 2003, through her company BB-SBL | Industrial Data Analysis, she has been helping companies across various industries—including medical technology, automotive, electrical engineering, and logistics—select and implement statistical methods. She is the author of the technical book *NOT-Statistik*, which offers practical guidance on validation, optimization, and tolerance calculation using Minitab and R. She is also active on platforms such as GitHub, where she shares materials and examples, and hosts a statistics podcast (*Irgendwas mit Daten*).
Motivation as a Workshop Facilitator
What motivates me is making complex concepts easy to understand and working with participants to develop practical solutions. In my workshops, I teach statistics in a way that ensures it not only works—but is understood and provides real added value.
Contact: BB-SBL | Industrial Data Analysis, Barbara Bredner, Dipl.Stat. Email: barbara.bredner@industrial-data-analysis.de
Ole Fischer
Qualifications
– Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Master of Business Administration
– Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Master Black Belt, Senior Master Black Belt
– Positions in project, quality, and process management, as well as controlling, at various companies and across various industries
– Many years of experience as a trainer and coach in both the professional and sports fields
– Additional training as an e-trainer and SCRUM Master
Experience
The theme of “improvement” has been a recurring theme throughout more than thirty years of my professional career. During this time, I have been able to experience diverse aspects of it in different roles, companies, industries, and cultures, which is why improvement and learning have lost none of their fascination for me and remain a key driving force in my work.
Motivation as a Workshop Facilitator
The success of improvement projects depends largely on the ability of Green Belts and Black Belts to manage the “human” factor in projects, which includes project members, stakeholders, the workforce, as well as the Green Belts and Black Belts themselves. As a workshop facilitator, I strive to provide inspiration (including on team and stakeholder management, presentation skills, facilitation, communication, and change management) and to facilitate discussion and the exchange of experiences among participants, with the goal of encouraging them to reflect on their own behavior and to learn and try out new approaches.
Contact: Ole Fischer Email: ole@lutter-fischer.de
Michael Ohler
Certifications
– Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (since 2008)
– Certified Prosci Change Practitioner
– Physicist, Dr. rer. nat.
– 10 years of training experience in Lean Six Sigma GB, BB, MBB
– Implementation of Lean Six Sigma in the semiconductor, shipbuilding, logistics, pharmaceutical, and banking industries
Company
exceedium GmbH
ExperienceFor nearly 20 years, I have been helping companies implement and sustainably embed Lean Six Sigma. As a certified Master Black Belt, I drive change in a practical and effective manner. My training and implementation projects span industries ranging from semiconductors, shipbuilding, and logistics to pharmaceuticals and banking—across small and medium-sized businesses, large corporations, and private-equity-led organizations—in German-, English-, and French-speaking regions. It is particularly important to me to tailor every Lean Six Sigma program specifically to the respective company and to guide teams toward sustainable success.
Motivation as a Workshop Leader
I am convinced that Lean Six Sigma is a key component of sustainable business success, especially in challenging times. However, it is not the method alone that matters—but rather how it is integrated into your own environment. This workshop invites you to take a step back and examine your own improvement program with clarity, compare proven success factors with your own practices, and focus specifically on the areas that can make the biggest difference in your own company.
Contact: exceedium GmbH, 22880 Wedel; Dr. Michael Ohler ; Email: michael.ohler@exceedium.pro
Achim Schmidt
Qualifications
– Six Sigma Master Black Belt (since 2006)
– DfSS Black Belt
– TRIZ Level 3 (MIT)
– Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (University of Erlangen)
– Certified Trainer (Bayerisches Bildungswerk)
– Business Coach (Schweinfurt Chamber of Industry and Commerce)
:Innovigate GmbH
Experience
For over 20 years, I have supported companies in the sustainable improvement of their processes and innovative capacity – through consulting, training, and project management. As a graduate engineer in electrical engineering, Six Sigma Master Black Belt, TRIZ expert, and certified business coach, I have extensive experience in implementing methodological excellence. My expertise is based on numerous projects in industries such as automotive, semiconductor and medical technology, consumer electronics, and renewable energies – although I generally work across industries and flexibly apply my methodological competence.
Motivation as a Workshop Facilitator
My motivation is not only to impart methodological expertise but also to embed it sustainably in the corporate culture—with a special focus on practical application. In my training courses on Six Sigma, Design for Six Sigma, reliability, and innovation, I have already trained and certified more than 1,600 specialists and managers. For me, the focus is on openness, clarity, collaborative learning, respectful cooperation, and the courage to explore new approaches.
Contact: Innovigate GmbH, Carl-Loewe-Str. 7, 93128 Regenstauf, Achim Schmidt Email: achim.schmidt@innovigation.com
